Alhagi graecorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 114 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212420
Common Names
- Alhagi Graecorum
- Greek Alhagi
- Greek Camelthorn
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Alhagi tournefortii Heldr. [unknown]
- Alhagi karduchorum Boiss. & Hausskn. [unknown]
- Alhagi maurorum graecorum (Boiss.) Awmack & Lock [unknown]
- Alhagi mannifera assyriacum (Nábelek) Ponert [unknown]
- Alhagi maurorum assyriacum Nabelek [unknown]
- Alhagi mannifera kardochorum (Boiss.) B.Keller & Shap. [unknown]
- Alhagi maurorum karduchorum Boiss. [unknown]
- Alhagi mannifera Desv. ex Keller & Shap. [unknown]
Description
Alhagi graecorum (also called Greek Alhagi, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Europe. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is found in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Alhagi graecorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alhagi graecorum has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Alhagi graecorum is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is native to Greece and is a member of the Fabaceae family. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in late summer or early autumn and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Alhagi graecorum
Alhagi graecorum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry areas such as woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.
Alhagi graecorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alhagi graecorum?
Alhagi graecorum
What is the common name of Alhagi graecorum?
Graecorum
What is the family of Alhagi graecorum?
Fabaceae
Species in the Alhagi genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:473468-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Alhagi graecorum Boiss.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.